Join an accountancy firm in a managerial role that can offer a good work life balance.

Your new firm A well-established independent firm of Chartered Accountants & Business Advisors based South of Preston are looking to appoint an Accounts Manager on either a full time or part time basis. This job opportunity has arisen to support the partners with the management of the accounts department and is an excellent opportunity to progress your career.

Your new role As an Accounts Manager you will take responsibility for delegating and reviewing the work within the accounts team, assist with the completion of the more complex accounting assignments and be the key contact for resolving client queries and providing ad hoc advice. As an Accounts Manager you will be responsible for providing the partners with completed assignments for final meetings and ensuring all filing and compliance deadlines are met.

What you'll need to succeed The partners are looking to appoint an experienced general practice senior accountant and they will consider ACA / ACCA / AAT / QBE qualification. Ideally you will be able to demonstrate some supervisory skills and be competent in liaising with clients on a regular basis. This role requires strong communication skills as you will be a key support to the partners in the firm and take joint responsibility for the overall running of the accounts department. The firm will consider part time hours of 3 days upwards or full time hours.

What you'll get in return This is a great job opportunity based in South Preston to join a medium-sized independent practice that can offer an excellent work life balance. This job offers a salary of up to £35000 plus 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (and long-service holidays), free parking on site and a pension.

For an ACA / ACCA qualified individual there is the opportunity to progress through to partnership in the medium term.

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